Montana whitewater - Yellowstone River, Stillwater/ Yellowstone County

Stillwater/ Yellowstone county, Boulder River to Clarks Fork Yellowstone River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     76 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. This section of Yellowstone River in Stillwater/ Yellowstone County is 76 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-III section. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The beautiful scenery of Montana and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great
    campgrounds nearby. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you won't find a large number of other spots. This is the only paddling stretch along Yellowstone River. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're
all set.

Briefly about the general area:
Yellowstone River gets very little rain; the month of May is the wettest with most of the rain; the driest of the months is February.
Summertime highs at Yellowstone River usually tend to be in the 80's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 50's. Throughout the wintertime highs are ordinarily in the 30's, and throughout the dark hours in the winter at Yellowstone River temperatures dip to the 10's.
 

Yellowstone River, Boulder River to Clarks Fork Yellowstone River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 76 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.85279
Longitude: -109.9228

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.65359
Longitude: -108.7578

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Current weather conditions at Yellowstone River, Montana
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Local climate location: RAPELJE 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Motel - Columbus, Columbus
9 miles away
The Super 8 in Columbus is conveniently located just off Interstate 90 Exit 408. The property features 72 will appointed guest rooms featuring queen beds, hair dryers, coffee makers, iron/ironing boa...

Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge
28 miles away
Yellowstone Park via Beartooth Highway or the Historic Chief Joseph Scenic Byway.While in Red Lodge enjoy our indoor pool and hot tub. All rooms have pillow top beds, refrigerators and microwaves, 27 ...

Yodeler Motel, Red Lodge
28 miles away
The Yodeler Motel, in beautiful Red Lodge, Montana, is a great place to begin your western adventure. Only three blocks from the famous historic downtown of Red Lodge. There are year round activities ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Yellowstone River.
 Whitewater Near Yellowstone River:
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 9 miles away, Class III - 4.5 miles long (Whitebird to Fireman's Point)
Rosebud Creek, Stillwater County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (East and West Fork Rosebud to Stillwater River)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 15 miles away, Class II - 17.7 miles long (Cliff Swallow to Whitebird)
 Ski Areas Near Yellowstone River:
Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 27 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Showdown, Montana , 107 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Bridger Bowl, Montana , 108 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Bear Paw Ski Bowl, Montana , 118 miles away, 900 vertical feet
Big Sky, Montana , 144 miles away, 4350 vertical feet
Moonlight Basin, Montana , 146 miles away, 4162 vertical feet
Jackson Hole, Wyoming , 146 miles away, 4139 vertical feet
Grand Targhee, Wyoming , 147 miles away, 2395 vertical feet
Antelope Butte, Wyoming , 147 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Snow King, Wyoming , 147 miles away, 1571 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Yellowstone River:
Super 8 Motel - Columbus, Columbus , 9 miles away
Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge , 28 miles away
Yodeler Motel, Red Lodge , 28 miles away
Best Western Yellowstone Crossing, Laurel , 40 miles away
Super 8 Motel Big Timber, Big Timber , 42 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Yellowstone River:
Itch-Kep-Pe Park Campground, Stillwater County, 9 miles away
Cedar Hills Campground, Reed Point, 10 miles away
Old West RV Park and Campground, Billings, 14 miles away

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